Synopsis
This book is a comprehensive exploration of the linguistic and cultural development of English, from the Middle Ages to the present day. The book provides students with a balanced and up-to-date overview of the history of the language.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
From the Back Cover
Comprehensive and balanced, this classic exploration of the history of the English language combines internal linguistic history and external cultural history-from the Middle Ages to the present. This market-leading text encourages readers to develop both an understanding of present-day English and an enlightened attitude toward questions affecting the language today.
Features in the New Edition include:- A thoroughly revised and updated Chapter 1, English Present and Future, reflecting the latest trends and statistics of the last ten years
- A new section in Chapter 10, Gender Issues and Linguistic Change, providing a balanced and current perspective on an important social topic
- Thorough revision of Chapter 11, The English Language in America, with updated material on African American Vernacular English
- An emphasis on the political, social, and cultural forces that affect language
- The use of traditional phonetic notation to help pronunciation
- A map of American dialects and examples of twentieth-century vocabulary demonstrating differences in American English and comparisons of current English to earlier versions
Synopsis
JIA History of the English Language has long been considered the standard work on its subject. It is a comprehensive and balanced exploration of all aspects of the historical development of the English language from the Middle Ages to the present. The fourth edition has been extensively updated, rewritten and revised to take account of the most recent developments in linguistic scholarship. New features include: * A rewritten first chapter on the place of English in the world * Material on regional varieties of English, including Chicano English, Caribbean English and English in Singapore, Malaysia and Hong Kong * Thoroughly revised sections on Old and Middle English syntax * Updated bibliographies Throughout, the authors preserve a balance between what may jjjcalled internal linguistic history - sound and inflection - and external history - the political, social and cultural forces that have determined the course of the language at different periods. A History of the English Language is recommended to students, teachers and enthusiasts, whether native or non-native English speakers, throughout the world.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for A History of the English Language
Stock Image
A History of the English Langu
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00068262113
Stock Image
History of the English Language
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Fine. 4th Edition. Used book that is in almost brand-new condition. Seller Inventory # 53061851-6
Stock Image
A History of the English Language
Seller: MusicMagpie, Stockport, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. 1758013232. 9/16/2025 9:00:32 AM. Seller Inventory # U9780415093798
Stock Image
A History of the English Language
Seller: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. . Seller Inventory # 7719-9780415093798
Stock Image
A History of the English Language
Seller: Bahamut Media, Reading, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Shipped within 24 hours from our UK warehouse. Clean, undamaged book with no damage to pages and minimal wear to the cover. Spine still tight, in very good condition. Remember if you are not happy, you are covered by our 100% money back guarantee. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780415093798
Stock Image
A History of the English Language
Seller: Chaparral Books, Portland, OR, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Fourth Edition . The binding is tight with light overall shelf wear. Minor wear and soiling to edges of text block. Mild creasing to front panel. University stamps on FFEP and text block edges. Text is unmarked. 444pp. Seller Inventory # CHAPbauHEL4
Stock Image
History of the English Language
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. 4th Edition. Ships from the UK. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # GRP90049547
Stock Image
History of the English Language
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. 4th Edition. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # GRP11195253
Stock Image
A History of the English Language (4th Edn)
Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Poor. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. Book contains pen, pencil & highlighter markings. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,850grams, ISBN:9780415093798. Seller Inventory # 4317373
Stock Image
A History of the English Language (4th Edn)
Seller: Anybook.com, Lincoln, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Fair. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,900grams, ISBN:9780415093798. Seller Inventory # 4310629